Lincoln was originally founded under the name Ashmun Institute, after the religious leader and social reformer, Jehudi Ashmun, to educate young men of African descent. It claims the title of the first degree-awarding school of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) in the United States. Continue reading LINCOLN UNIVERSITY [PENNSYLVANIA] (1854- )
Thelonious Monk, in full Thelonious Sphere Monk, was an American pianist and composer who was among the first creators of modern jazz. Continue reading Profile: Thelonious Monk (1917-1982)
Kamasi Washington is an American jazz saxophonist, usually playing tenor saxophone. Continue reading Profile: Kamasi Washington
William Harvey Carney was an American soldier during the American Civil War. Born as a slave, he was awarded the Medal of Honor in 1900 for his gallantry in saving the regimental colors (American flag) during the Battle of Fort Wagner in 1863. Continue reading Profile: William Harvey Carney (1840-1908)
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